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Manual Muscle Testing

Also written as: MMT — Manual Muscle Testing

Standardized assessment technique using applied resistance to grade muscle strength on a 0-5 scale.

Full Definition

Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) is a clinical assessment technique that evaluates muscle strength through standardized positions and examiner-applied resistance. Strength is graded on a scale from 0 (no contraction) to 5 (normal strength against full resistance). MMT is fundamental in exercise rehabilitation for identifying strength deficits, tracking progress, and determining exercise progression. Proper technique requires specific patient positioning, stabilization, and consistent resistance application to ensure reliable results.

Usage

Usage note: Capitalize when spelled out; use specific grade notation (e.g., 3/5, not 3 out of 5)

In Context

"Manual Muscle Testing revealed 3/5 strength in the quadriceps, indicating need for strengthening exercises." — Initial evaluation
"MMT scores improved from 2/5 to 4/5 following eight weeks of progressive resistance training." — Progress report

Also known as

MMT muscle strength testing strength grading

Contrasted with

instrumental testing isokinetic testing

Don't confuse with

strength training resistance testing

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